Concealed Weapons

As of July 1, 2016, Idaho statute allows residents 21 years of age, not disqualified from having a permit, to carry a concealed firearm statewide without a permit. Permitless carry is already legal outside of city limits for individuals 18 or older, and open carry is currently legal within city limits.

A person does not have to have a concealed weapons license to carry or be in possession of a deadly weapon or firearm in the following circumstances:

Any deadly weapon located in plain view;

Any lawfully possessed shotgun or rifle;

A firearm that is not loaded and is concealed in a motor vehicle;

A firearm that is not loaded and is secured in a case;

A firearm that is disassembled or permanently altered such that it is not readily operable; and

A concealed handgun by a person who is:

Over twenty-one (21) years of age;

A resident of Idaho; and

Is not disqualified from being issued a license under subsection (11) of this section.

A person who does have a concealed weapons license may carry a deadly weapon or firearm concealed and loaded in a vehicle.

It is unlawful for any person to carry a concealed weapon on or about his person when intoxicated or under the influence of an intoxicating drink or drug.

Concealed weapon licenses are still available from your County Sheriff. Residents must secure one to gain reciprocity in other states. The license is valid for five years.

Does Idaho recognize concealed weapons licenses from other states? Yes. However, while in Idaho, you must carry the license on your person at all times when you are carrying a concealed weapon.

Are there places where I cannot carry a concealed weapon? Yes. You may not carry a concealed weapon in a courthouse, juvenile detention facility, adult correctional facility, prison, jail, public school or private school. Federal law may prohibit you from carrying a weapon in places such as federal courthouses and airports. If you have any doubt, you should contact the government entity prior to carrying a weapon onto its premises.